History/About Our School
History
Nestled in a quiet Key West community, the May Sands Montessori School is a unique learning environment. We have the distinction of being the first charter school in Monroe County, established in 1997 by a group of dedicated parents eager to bring Maria Montessori’s well-proven methods of education to the island. While the vast majority of Montessori schools throughout the country operate as private institutions, May Sands Montessori does not charge tuition but relies on State funding, grants and donations to operate its programs. We are a high-performing, tuition-free school that offers an alternative to traditional education by providing authentic Montessori programming. May Sands Montessori fulfills its mission through offering a rigorous – yet developmentally appropriate curriculum, by providing service to the community, and with a focus on peace education.
About Our School
Strong viable schools lead to the future success of every community. May Sands Montessori School fulfills its mission by offering a developmentally appropriate curriculum, providing service to the community, and with a focus on peace education. May Sands Montessori School has the distinction of being the first charter school in Monroe County, established in 1997 by a group of dedicated parents eager to bring Maria Montessori’s well-proven methods of education to the island.
Know the Facts About Charter Schools
While the vast majority of Montessori schools throughout the country operate as private institutions, May Sands Montessori School does not charge tuition but relies on State funding, grants, and donations to operate its programs. May Sands Montessori School will continue to thrive and grow, through the collective efforts of its staff, its families, and the community at large. The May Sands Montessori School is a community-centered organization worth supporting.
School Performance
Parent Liaison
The Parent Liaison facilitates parent access to information about the school and its programs and advocates for families to resolve disputes.
